Curriculum & Instruction
Attn: Elementary Principals
Re: Amplify Science Adoption Process/Material Distribution Reminder
In preparation for the new Amplify Science materials for the 2021-2022 school year which will be distributed this spring, Curriculum and Instruction has created a support document. This document has been prepared to explain the process of Amplify Science implementation, material distribution, as well as what to do with previous science materials. Linked within the document is a timeline of distribution, GVC revisions, professional learning, and other responsibilities for teachers, coaches, and administrators. There is also a National Geographic keep/discard document by grade level to assist in the science material organization. If you have any questions, please contact Cheryl Beyer cheryl.beyer@kckps.org
Attn: Secondary Administrators
Re: Secondary ELA
Assessments in MyPerspectives
Savvas Realize integrates content, assessment, and student data. Through Realize Reports, you can view learning data and analytics in real time. You can also set custom mastery levels to drive student achievement. Usage data is available once teachers and students begin using Savvas Realize. Student progress data is available after students complete assignments. If you are interested in more information regarding Realize Reports, please reach out to Kristi Chalk and Wendy Elkins. We would welcome the opportunity to visit with your leadership team and set-up administrator log-ins for Realize Reports.
MyPerspectives: Leader Survey
We would like to conduct a mid-year review with administrators for MyPerspectives, the new secondary literacy resource. This is an anonymous survey that takes about 5-10 minutes. The Leader Survey will help strengthen support and guide next strategic steps. Teachers have already had the opportunity to participate in a mid-year review during the January 25th professional learning. If you have any questions regarding this survey, please contact Kristi Chalk.
Upcoming Secondary ELA Cadre Work
- Secondary ELA myPerspectives and Canvas Cadre Work: This cadre will run throughout the month of March. Informational letters, as well as application forms, were sent to teachers last week based on teacher usage data from both myPerspectives and Canvas. This work will launch on March 9th.
- Secondary ELA (6-12) Revision Cadre Work: This cadre will focus on revisions and updates to enhance and support classroom planning and instruction for grades 6-12 for the 2021-2022 school year. Specific guidelines will be added to the GVC to address year one and year two implementation of the new resource, myPerspectives. Informational letters and application forms will be sent to ELA educators later this month. This cadre will begin in April.
Attn: K-5 Administrators
Re: Eureka Math In Sync Professional Development
On March 24 from 3:00-4:30, Great Minds is offering a free Eureka Math In Sync professional development session.
Participants will:
- explore the structure of the Eureka Math in Sync digital platform;
- explore the new curricular resources intended to support teachers’ instruction for continuous learning;
- experience a sample virtual Eureka Math lesson designed using Eureka Math in Sync resources.
If you have staff that did not participate in the initial training and are interested in learning more about the platform please have them complete the registration form by March 11, 2021, at 4:00 p.m.
Participation is limited to the first 30 applicants.
If you have additional questions please do not hesitate to contact marica.rhone@kckps.org (Curriculum Instructional Coach, EC-5th Grade Mathematics), for additional support.
DERA
HGSS note: (3rd, 6th, and 9th grades only) As you begin HGSS assessing and scoring, please check your m drive for your data collection sheets that were sent out in late January. Please note that the deadline for submission of these data collection sheets aligns to the deadline for any grade adjustments.
As a reminder, the KAP Interim #3 window opens on 3/8. If you have opted in, testing must be completed prior to Spring Break, as the testing window will close on 3/19.
Diploma+
Congratulations to these elementary Connector Rock Stars for having at least 50% or more of their staff hold sessions:
| Claude Huyke | Colleen Dudley |
| Frances Willard | Cesar Alvarez |
| John Fiske | Joe Graham |
| Lindbergh | Brooke Brutto |
| McKinley | Valeria Castillo |
| New Chelsea | Canise Salinas |
| Quindaro | Shannon Shelton |
| Silver City | Zaneta Boles |
| Welborn | Collette Chaney |
| West Park | Angela Wright |
Virtual Career & College Fairs – It is not too late to plan! If you would like to plan a Virtual Career Fair or College Fair for your school there is still time. Next week Banneker will be hosting 6 career speakers every day of the week for their students. What a great experience this will be for their students. Way to go Banneker!!
Your students can be next. We are happy to guide you through the process of arranging something like this. Simply reach out to Renee Freers at renee.freers@kckps.org
Police Department
Preparing for Your Fire Inspection
A major responsibility of the Office of the State and local Fire Marshal is fire prevention. One method employed to reduce the number of fires is by conducting fire safety inspections. Our safety team wants to work with you to ensure that if a fire were to occur, damage is limited as much as possible and firefighters can operate efficiently and safely. Practicing fire prevention and addressing fire hazards is a great investment. A collaborative effort has put together this Administrator’s Guide to assist our district leaders in preparing for operational fire safety throughout the District. Please utilize this guide while conducting safety team meetings and or your building walk-throughs.
Related Documents
Kindergarten through 12 Schools
o USDs Alcohol Based Hand Rub Dispensers
o Active Shooter Variance (PDF)
o Conducting Fire Drills in Kansas Schools – Kindergarten Through 12 (PDF)
o Crisis Drill Question and Answer (PDF)
o Door Locking Devices Guide (PDF)
o Educational Facility Handbook (PDF)
o Fire Drill Record – Preschool (PDF)
o Fire Rated Door Booklet (PDF)
o Kindergarten Through 12 Fire Safety (PDF)
o Kindergarten Through 12 School Drills Explanation (PDF)
o Kindergarten Through 12 School Drills Form (PDF)
o Notice of Waiver – Magnetic Hold Open Devices on Required Fire Rated Doors (PDF)
Purchasing
Student Services
Infinite Campus will be down for a necessary upgrade on Friday, March 12 at 9:30 p.m. until Saturday, March 13th at 12:00.
SIT- all building principals
As we continue to build our MTSS system, we will be moving the SIT process to the Curriculum and Instruction Department. In doing this, we are able to have a focus on all teaching and learning, regardless of content area, in one department. As the problem solving process does involve both academic and social emotional, we continue our deep collaboration between Curriculum and Instruction and Student Services in order to support students in achieving success. Tracie Chauvin will continue to be the direct contact for our SIT building coordinators for the remainder of this school year, with more information to come at a later date regarding any updates and changes for the 21-22 school year.
Edgenuity Info Session Feedback – all MS/HS principals
Thank you to those that attended or sent representatives to the Edgenuity Info Session on Tuesday. If you were unable to attend, please check with those from your building that were able to hear the information presented regarding a potential new use for Edgenuity. Please provide us with feedback using the following: https://forms.gle/n1xA8Evj4rvrWYgM7 or email feedback to tracie.chauvin@kckps.org.
Future Leaders Outreach Network- Elementary and Middle School admin If your school is interested in working with the Future Leaders Outreach Network (FLON) to bring character development programming for students grades 5-8 to your school, please reach out to Tracie Chauvin at tracie.chauvin@kckps.org for more information.
- 4 video modules (approx. 3 hours run time)
- 3 handouts
- 1 Learning Check/Evaluation (which appears after each modules/handout has been “launched” and “completed”).